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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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